
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Mendocino, CA from $1,200 (12 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mendocino?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Mendocino Studio Apartments | $1,983 | $1,350 | $2,699 |
Mendocino 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,873 | $1,250 | $4,000 |
Mendocino 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,878 | $1,300 | $2,650 |
Mendocino 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,530 | $2,100 | $3,250 |
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Cheapest Available Mendocino Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Mendocino, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Sierra Sunset Village in the The Forks neighborhood priced from $1,750. Alderwood Apartments in the Asylum neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mendocino apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Sierra Sunset Village | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Alderwood Apartments | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Shiloh Terrace | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $2,490 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mendocino, CA and Nearby
As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mendocino area is the $2.18 price per square foot 460 Mason St Model at 460 Mason St, Unit A in the in the South Area neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Mendocino apartment is the 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at Shiloh Terrace starting at $2,490 with a $2.45 price per square foot in the West Windsor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mendocino apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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460 Mason St, Unit A | 460 Mason St | 2BR,1BA | $2.18 |
Shiloh Terrace | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $2.45 |
108 Powell Avenue, Unit B | 108 Powell Avenue | 2BR,1BA | $2.65 |
25859 Madrone Dr, Unit A | 25859 Madrone Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
Alderwood Apartments | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
Sierra Sunset Village | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $2.10 |
146 Gibson St, Unit 3 | 146 Gibson St | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
Furnished Studio-Ukiah | Furnished Studio-Ukiah | Studio ,1BA | $9.00 |
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Getting Around Mendocino, CA
Walk Score®
58 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
38 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mendocino Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mendocino Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mendocino is starting from $1,750 at Sierra Sunset Village.
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